1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1989 Mazda 626
To start off, 1989 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 626 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1989 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | 626 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1789 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |